University board reelects Tillman as president and raises pay
Fayetteville June 12 The University Board re elected President John N Tillman for five years and raised his salary from 800 to 400 dollars per month Col Vincenheller is re elected dean of the college of agriculture for four years All other department heads re elected for four years Neil Carothers Oxford England becomes associate professor of economics Commencement program features ass day exercises and an inter society debate J B McConnell wins Brough medal Bryan prize Arthur J Johnston wins 50 in gold for best essay Cole medal goes to D E Kemp President Aswell of the University of Mississippi gives the commencement address
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Senator Morgan Dies Suddenly in Washington
United States Senator John Tyler Morgan of Alabama, 80 years a member of the Senate, longtime chairman of the Committee on Interoceanic Canals and Confederate brigadier general, died at his home at 11:17 PM after years of poor health. His daughters Mary and Cornelia Morgan, both of Washington, and his secretary J. O. Jones were at his side.
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Nashville social notes and church growth report
Nashville news notes visits by Byron Moody from Prescott and Miss Young of Okolona with Miss Etheridge of Hope visiting Miss Alice Mill. J W Holt and wife depart for Prescott then Little Rock. Nashville Baptist church adds 45 members since two week meeting. 22 baptized last Sunday with four more to receive next Sunday. Street grading on East Second Street finished within $12 per block. praised for improving appearance and spurring further work on other streets.
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Rev. J. W. Erwin of Sutton Towns Today
The brief item notes that Reverend J. W. Erwin, associated with Sutton, is recognized as a town leader today. The short report highlights his role and local relevance within the community.
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Sutton
Runaway Miss Pearl Moore Hurt in Picnic Accident
A Providence picnic outing ended in injury when a frightened horse bolted as a driver alighted. Miss Pearl Moore and Miss Bessie Roberts were in a buggy. Roberts escaped with minor bruises while Moore broke her ankle. Moore was taken home to Prescott for care and rests today.
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Sterling Girls Plan Variety Shower for Bride to Be
Hope notes a bridal shower at Mrs. R. M. Briant’s home on June 13 for Miss Jett Black ahead of her June 19 Methodist Church wedding to O. A. Graves. A run away accident injures Capt. C. A. Bridewell near Front street. he recovers with help from Sen. Jobe. Hope reports three burglaries in two days as crime rises in the city.
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Tyler Burnses 31 Years as Prescott Lodge Tyler
The re appointment of T F Burns as tyler of the masonic lodge in Prescott marks 31 years of service in that role since he became a citizen here. Burns previously served as tyler in Louisiana before moving to Prescott, earning praise for his fitness and reliability as an outer door officer.
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Critical Condition Of Governor Little
Greenwood June 12 Governor Little’s sinking spells continue and he is slowly losing vitality. He has taken no nourishment today and virtually none for the last two days. He is very restless and his long illness has exhausted his strength. His condition has worsened over two days and tonight is described as critical by Dr. Pittman, the attending physician.
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Will Get Her Pardon, Birdsong in Manslaughter Case
Governor Vardaman signals support for delaying punishment of Mrs Angie Birdsong who was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to five years. The Mississippi Supreme Court upheld the lower court, ordering Birdsong to remain in state custody while the public weighs the unwritten law and opinions about the case involving Dr Thomas Butler.
Western Union case heard in federal court today
Being Heard Today Special to the News Little Rock June 13 The case of the Western Union Telegraph Company against Secretary of State Ludwig to restrain revocation of its charter is being heard in federal court here today with a decision expected this afternoon.
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Annie Frisby and Claude Ozment wed at Ozan Mercantile Co
This morning at the Ozan Mercantile Co store Mrs Annie Frisby of Boughton and Mr Claude Ozment of Crawford Pike county were united in marriage by Esquire J B Shers. The couple will depart today for their Pike home. News wishes them happiness.
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Two Days Left for Wingo Law Compliance
Little Rock report notes only two days remain for foreign corporations to meet Wingo law provisions before penalties apply. Companies that have not yet complied are scrambling to file.
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Typewriter Firms Withdraw From State Over Fees
Little Rock June 13 The Remington and Smith Prem ier Typewriter companies decide to withdraw from the state rather than pay the fees demanded by the Wingo law.
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